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If you're seeking a multi-day cycling escape that blends nature, adventure, and culture, a 3 days cycling tour from Mai Chau to Pu Luong offers the perfect balance. This unforgettable route takes you through Vietnam’s tranquil rice valleys, ethnic Thai and Muong villages, bamboo forests, and misty mountain landscapes.
Over three days, you’ll ride through two of Northern Vietnam’s most breathtaking regions — Mai Chau and Pu Luong Nature Reserve — connected by scenic backroads, quiet trails, and authentic village experiences. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or simply love exploring at a slower pace, this trip promises serenity, culture, and stunning scenery at every turn.
Three days allow you to move beyond quick visits and truly engage with local life. Stay in stilt houses, share meals with local families, and witness centuries-old farming traditions.
From flat valley floors to rolling hills and mountain climbs, this route offers a diverse cycling experience. You’ll ride past terraced rice fields, limestone cliffs, bamboo jungles, and traditional wooden villages.
Unlike tourist-heavy destinations, both Mai Chau and Pu Luong remain authentic, peaceful, and untouched. It’s Vietnam at its most raw and beautiful — especially when explored on two wheels.
7:00 AM – Pick-up from Hanoi and scenic drive to Mai Chau
10:30 AM – Arrival and lunch at a local homestay
12:30 PM – 4:30 PM – Warm-up cycling loop
Ride through Lac and Pom Coong villages
Visit local Thai weaving families
Cycle through rice fields, along rivers, and beneath karst mountains
6:00 PM – Dinner and overnight in a traditional Thai stilt house
7:30 AM – Breakfast and bike check
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Cycle through Na Meo, Ban Buoc, and Co Luong
Cross bamboo bridges and rivers
Ride through small valleys and climb gentle hills
Pass traditional Thai and Muong villages
Optional vehicle support for steeper sections
2:30 PM – Arrive at your lodge in Pu Luong
4:00 PM – Optional walk to nearby waterfall or relax at the eco-lodge
6:00 PM – Dinner and storytelling with local hosts
6:30 AM – Sunrise walk or coffee overlooking rice terraces
7:30 AM – Breakfast
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM – Final cycling loop in Pu Luong
Ride to Ban Hieu, bamboo waterwheels, and rice terrace viewpoints
Visit hidden waterfalls or local schools
12:30 PM – Lunch and shower
1:30 PM – Depart Pu Luong for Hanoi
6:00 PM – Drop-off at your hotel
Booking this 3-day adventure with Golden Cycling Tours ensures you’re taken care of from start to finish:
Top-quality mountain or hybrid bikes
Round-trip transfer from Hanoi
Local English-speaking guide
Two nights’ accommodation in stilt houses or eco-lodges
All meals (6 total)
Drinking water and trail snacks
Repair kit and support vehicle on call
Helmets and safety gear
Whether you prefer a leisurely scenic ride or a more active challenge, Golden Cycling Tours can tailor the pace and difficulty to suit you.
March to May – Mild temperatures, lush green scenery
September to November – Golden harvest season, clear skies
December to February – Cool weather and fewer crowds
Avoid June–August for heavy rain (unless you love dramatic misty rides!)
Light, breathable cycling gear
Sneakers or cycling shoes
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Light rain jacket
Refillable water bottle
Power bank or camera
Insect repellent
"Mai Chau and Pu Luong were the highlights of our Vietnam trip. Cycling through those peaceful villages was like stepping back in time. Golden Cycling Tours made everything seamless."
– Martin, Germany
"A perfect mix of nature, activity, and culture. The overnight homestay was authentic, and the guide was super knowledgeable. Highly recommend!"
– Lisa, Australia
"The ride from Mai Chau to Pu Luong was both breathtaking and relaxing. It was the best way to experience local Vietnam — far from crowds."
– Quang, Ho Chi Minh City
Most sections are moderate, with optional support vehicle for steeper areas. Suitable for anyone with basic fitness.
Yes! E-bikes are available upon request via Golden Cycling Tours.
Absolutely. The tour is guided, and Golden Cycling Tours ensures all logistics and safety details are covered.
Yes, all meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners) are included, with vegetarian options available.
Yes. If you're experienced or want more rest time, the route can be adjusted.
A 3 days cycling tour from Mai Chau to Pu Luong is not just a bike ride — it’s a journey through Vietnam’s soul. With every pedal, you move deeper into landscapes shaped by nature and tradition. Whether you're riding through golden rice terraces, dining in a stilt house, or simply breathing in fresh mountain air — the moments are unforgettable.
Let Golden Cycling Tours take care of the details so you can focus on experiencing Vietnam in the most enriching way possible — by bike.
Book your adventure today at Golden Cycling Tours and ride where few tourists ever go.
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